Sewing Supplies Blog / Purse & Handbag

Mini backpacks are stylish, simple, and handy for carrying all kinds of essentials. There are tons of excellent patterns, so you can sew one for yourself and someone you know.

This DIY box zipper pouch is easy to make with a sewing machine. It will also help you keep your things organized this school year.

Though you can purchase reusable bags at the grocery store or online, making your own with your sewing machine and a few other simple materials can be even more cost-effective (not to mention much more fun!).

Have you had countless camping chair bags tear apart long before they should? Have you ever wondered why? Maybe the stitching for the handle was poorly done. Perhaps the fabric wore away in some key areas, and the whole thing ripped in half. Whatever the reason, just toss that old bag because we’re going to make a new one!

Traveling with your jewelry can be difficult. When you have necklaces and bracelets with thin chains mixed with rings, earrings, and accessories, it’s easy for your items to get tangled up in transit or even lost if they’re left loose in your bag. Check out our DIY jewelry holder here!

If you’re a parent, you know that diaper bags can be expensive and boring. They can also be shoddily made a lot of time. If you want to solve all those problems at once, you can make your own!

These DIY reusable lunch bags are easy and quick to make and can be taken to school, work, a picnic, or anywhere you need a snack on the go. In addition to your trusty sewing machine, you’ll just need a few key supplies to get started.

Here is a fun and easy way to make your own reusable shopping bags that are cute, personalized, and will last a long time. 

This DIY messenger bag is a great addition to your accessory lineup when it’s time to swap out work pajamas for business casual once again. If you have a sewing machine at home, it’s simple to create an eye-catching messenger bag that will keep you organized and moving with ease as you head back to work.

Heading back to school is an exciting time of year for the kids. Something is energizing about a fresh start in a new class. A big part of getting ready for it all is picking out supplies. Check out our tutorial on our insulated lunch boxes!

You don’t need to be an expert with the sewing machine to get great results for this project. DIY pencil cases get the kids ready for school and work great as teacher appreciation presents or gifts for friends and family.

Yoga is an amazing way to calm your mind, improve your balance, and focus on breathing to get you through the chaos of daily living. If you’re an avid practitioner of yoga, it’s also lifestyle, which means lots of yogis eat, sleep, breathe, and dress yoga.

Planning fun activities to enjoy with your kids—such as going to the library—is always a great time. What’s less exciting is realizing your little ones have no way to carry all of their new books home. This DIY tote bag for kids is a simple, efficient, and adorable solution for this type of problem. While it’s designed to fit books, it can also be your kid’s go-to bag for the beach, a playdate, or any other adventure!

Of course, sunglasses are an essential accessory when you’re shoreside, soaking up the summer sun. But they often prove useful for protecting your eyes year-round too!